Welcome to the Zoo!

• The Houston Zoo implemented Flex Pricing on ticket purchases for visits starting September 1, 2021.
• Flex Pricing provides guests with more price options. This new model for general admission tickets features prices that will vary by date and time of visit.
• Flex Pricing gives guests the opportunity to plan a visit on the day and time that best accommodates their budget and schedule.
• Flex Pricing also allows the Zoo to spread attendance throughout the year to improve guest experience.
• This new model does not mean an across-the-board price increase for Zoo guests. During certain periods, ticket prices will remain the same or even below current admission prices.
• Guests are encouraged to plan ahead and save with Flex Pricing! Ticket prices will go up during peak times and for same-day ticket purchases.

• Price adjustments will be made in real-time based on changing factors such as time of day, day of week, holidays, weather forecast, and ticket demand.
• Ticket prices will go up for same-day ticket purchases made online. Tickets are not sold at the gate.
• This new model does not mean an across-the-board price increase for Zoo guests. During certain periods, ticket prices will remain the same or even below current admission prices.

• There is a 20% discount for child (ages 3-12) and senior (65+) tickets. It is automatically reflected at checkout.
• Military, student, and Lone Star discounts are available, but online reservations are still required. You MUST show your military, student, or Lone Star identification when presenting your ticket for admission.
  • Military will receive 50% off the adult ticket price at time of purchase, with a limit of 5.
  • Lone Star tickets are $9 per ticket.

Tickets are available for purchases of 20 or more General Admission tickets. Discount will be reflected at checkout.

• • Adults 13-64 – $2 off
  • Children 3-12 – $1 off
  • Senior 65+ – $1 off

RESERVE GROUP TICKETS

For questions or concerns, please contact group.reservations@houstonzoo.org.

CityPASS holders do not need advanced reservations. Simply bring your CityPASS to any ticket-taker at the Zoo entrance. With CityPASS, you’ll save 47% off admission to Houston’s top 5 attractions. First, purchase CityPASS online for immediate, paperless mobile delivery.

• Flex Pricing only applies to general admission tickets. Since members get free general admission, Flex Pricing makes a Houston Zoo membership an even better deal!
• A Houston Zoo membership still pays for itself on your second visit.
• Members receive discounted admission for extra guests not covered by their membership. Prices for these discounted tickets will adjust along with Flex Pricing.

Per CDC guidelines, masks are strongly encouraged for all guests inside Zoo buildings. The Zoo continues to strongly encourage everyone to exercise safe social distancing in crowded situations, regardless of their vaccination status.

Since COVID-19 began, we have steadfastly followed the recommendations of local health officials and the CDC. Because of the widespread availability of vaccines in the greater Houston area, and because the Zoo is a sprawling outdoor venue with abundant space to allow for safe social distancing, we feel that this step is in line with the new CDC guidelines. We will continue to limit our capacity and require all non-member guest tickets to be purchased online in advance, with no tickets sold at the door.

Yes. Reserving/buying tickets online in advance allows us to spread attendance improve guest experience. Tickets will not be sold at the front entry.

• Reservations are required for all non-member guests.
• General admission reservations are limited each day. First come, first served.
• Purchases are limited to 10 tickets.
• Guests with general admission will need their reservation confirmation (printed or on phone) to check in.
• Guests must arrive at their reserved time slot to ensure capacity is not exceeded. No entry will be allowed after 4:00 p.m.

Great news, members! Members are no longer required to make a reservation to visit the Zoo. Upon arrival at the Zoo, you will enter through our Member Entrance and present your digital membership card. If you have questions about your membership, please contact our member services team: membership@houstonzoo.org.

MEMBER Portal

Free daytime admission to the Houston Zoo is provided once a month from open until closing. Tickets will not be available at the gate.

MORE INFO

View the current Camp Zoofari safety procedures on their web page.

Guests will be able to see many of your favorite animals in outdoor wildlife habitats, including Asian elephants, southern white rhinos, Malayan tiger, western lowland gorillas, African lions, and more!

EXPLORE ZOO MAP

The below areas are currently closed.

• Water play park
• Swap Shop

The water play park and Swap Shop will remain closed until further notice. Keeper Talks presented by Phillips 66 are back. View our Daily Schedule for more information.

Outside food, drink, and coolers are allowed. For the safety of the animals, guests may NOT bring:

• Glass bottles
• Alcoholic beverages
• Plastic straws

Multiple food and beverage locations will be available along the path with limited food options. All food and beverage locations are credit card only.

Hungry and don’t want to wait in line? You can now order your food online for quick and easy pick-up at Cypress Circle Café.

Start Your Order

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